Goal C: Intergenerational Community

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Please come back on September 22 to read and comment on the draft plan.



Support a vibrant, intergenerational community.



Goal. The desired result or the envisioned future, answering the question “What do we strive for?”
Policy.The direction or path, answering the question “How are we achieving our goals?”
Action. The specific and measurable steps, answering the question
“What steps do we need to take to achieve our goals?”


Each action includes a timeframe for completion and assigns a responsible department within the Town of Oro Valley to lead its implementation. This information is meant to be somewhat flexible, as priorities for each action may shift based on new guidance and resources. More information about the anticipated timeframe is provided at the bottom of this page.

The following is a list of policies and actions that support the goal and long-term vision for the community.



children playing chess
Policy C.1. Promote and support high-quality educational and enrichment opportunities.


purple pinThe following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:Department Lead Key Collaborators
27Continue to require applicants with significant residential land use requests to work with the Amphitheater School District to determine the adequacy of school capacity or the need for facilities, like a middle school.

CED
28Continue to support OVPD’s engagement with schools to foster positive mental health and other services.

Police
The following actions are anticipated to be completed in 1-2 years:Department LeadKey Collaborators
29Help connect volunteers, including organizations like Oro Valley Historical Society, with local schools.

Town Manager's Office
The following actions are anticipated to be completed in 3-6 years:Department LeadKey Collaborators
30Seek partnership opportunities to increase educational programs about Oro Valley's history, culture, and environmental resources in the community, including schools. Town Manager's OfficeParks and Recreation




water aerobics class
Policy C.2. Promote the overall physical and social health of all ages in the community.


purple pinThe following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:Department
Lead
Key Collaborators
31Integrate public education about the benefits of physical activity into existing Town programs.

Parks and Recreation
32Market Oro Valley's safety, mountain views, and active lifestyle to remain a top retirement destination.

Town Manager's OfficeCED
33Continue to promote and facilitate programs that encourage social interactions in the community, especially for seniors.Parks and Recreation



child with a lasso
Policy C.3. Increase programs and options for families and children.


The following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:Departments
34Explore partnerships and opportunities to provide early-education programs and enrichment activities for children.

Parks and Recreation
The following actions are anticipated to be completed in 7-10 years:Departments
35

Increase space for programs, sports, and play areas by:

  • Developing cooperative agreements with public school districts, private, and charter schools to use indoor spaces and sports fields.
  • Exploring private-public partnerships to utilize vacant buildings.
  • Identifying opportunities to maximize the use of the existing space at the Community and Recreation Center
Parks and Recreation


Anticipated Timeframes for Completion:
  • Ongoing. Actions that are continually maintained.
  • Annual. Actions that are implemented on a yearly basis.
  • Short (1-2 years). Actions that have been started or require minimal resources.
  • Medium (3-6 years). Actions that require additional resources or time to complete.
  • Long (7-10 years). Actions that require additional guidance, time, and resources to complete.,
WEBSITE UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Please come back on September 22 to read and comment on the draft plan.



Support a vibrant, intergenerational community.



Goal. The desired result or the envisioned future, answering the question “What do we strive for?”
Policy.The direction or path, answering the question “How are we achieving our goals?”
Action. The specific and measurable steps, answering the question
“What steps do we need to take to achieve our goals?”


Each action includes a timeframe for completion and assigns a responsible department within the Town of Oro Valley to lead its implementation. This information is meant to be somewhat flexible, as priorities for each action may shift based on new guidance and resources. More information about the anticipated timeframe is provided at the bottom of this page.

The following is a list of policies and actions that support the goal and long-term vision for the community.



children playing chess
Policy C.1. Promote and support high-quality educational and enrichment opportunities.


purple pinThe following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:Department Lead Key Collaborators
27Continue to require applicants with significant residential land use requests to work with the Amphitheater School District to determine the adequacy of school capacity or the need for facilities, like a middle school.

CED
28Continue to support OVPD’s engagement with schools to foster positive mental health and other services.

Police
The following actions are anticipated to be completed in 1-2 years:Department LeadKey Collaborators
29Help connect volunteers, including organizations like Oro Valley Historical Society, with local schools.

Town Manager's Office
The following actions are anticipated to be completed in 3-6 years:Department LeadKey Collaborators
30Seek partnership opportunities to increase educational programs about Oro Valley's history, culture, and environmental resources in the community, including schools. Town Manager's OfficeParks and Recreation




water aerobics class
Policy C.2. Promote the overall physical and social health of all ages in the community.


purple pinThe following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:Department
Lead
Key Collaborators
31Integrate public education about the benefits of physical activity into existing Town programs.

Parks and Recreation
32Market Oro Valley's safety, mountain views, and active lifestyle to remain a top retirement destination.

Town Manager's OfficeCED
33Continue to promote and facilitate programs that encourage social interactions in the community, especially for seniors.Parks and Recreation



child with a lasso
Policy C.3. Increase programs and options for families and children.


The following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:Departments
34Explore partnerships and opportunities to provide early-education programs and enrichment activities for children.

Parks and Recreation
The following actions are anticipated to be completed in 7-10 years:Departments
35

Increase space for programs, sports, and play areas by:

  • Developing cooperative agreements with public school districts, private, and charter schools to use indoor spaces and sports fields.
  • Exploring private-public partnerships to utilize vacant buildings.
  • Identifying opportunities to maximize the use of the existing space at the Community and Recreation Center
Parks and Recreation


Anticipated Timeframes for Completion:
  • Ongoing. Actions that are continually maintained.
  • Annual. Actions that are implemented on a yearly basis.
  • Short (1-2 years). Actions that have been started or require minimal resources.
  • Medium (3-6 years). Actions that require additional resources or time to complete.
  • Long (7-10 years). Actions that require additional guidance, time, and resources to complete.,
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